2005 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
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 Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod 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 14 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Pod |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
