2007 BMW 523 vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 304 kg more than 2007 BMW 523.
Because 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 523 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |