2007 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 634 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2114 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
