2006 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Prius. 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 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |