2008 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
