2006 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 7 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 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 27 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
