2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Avensis | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.2 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
