2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
