2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Toyota Windom

To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Windom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Windom would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Windom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Windom. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Windom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Toyota Windom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Windom. (294 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Windom.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X5 2005 Toyota Windom
Make BMW Toyota
Model X5 Windom
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2080 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2730 mm


 

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