2008 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2008 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum, 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 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
