2008 BMW 523 vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2008 BMW 523 and 2008 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2008 BMW 523 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523. 2008 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 523 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
