2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 718 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
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2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |