2007 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Allion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Allion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
