2007 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2231 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1464 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
