2006 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Opa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X5 (410 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Opa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 87 L |
