2006 BMW 650 vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon, 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon. 2007 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 650 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |