2006 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 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 226 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
