2008 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Toyota Windom
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 Windom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Windom would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Windom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Windom. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Windom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Toyota Windom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Windom. (294 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Windom.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2005 Toyota Windom | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 550 | Windom |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |