2007 BMW 523 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Because 2007 BMW 523 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 2007 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 523 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
