2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota RunX. 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 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
