2005 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Brevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Brevis would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Brevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2001 Toyota Brevis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Brevis. 2001 Toyota Brevis has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Brevis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
