2006 BMW 550 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Brevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 175 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Brevis. 2001 Toyota Brevis has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 550 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:
2006 BMW 550 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 550 | Brevis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |