2008 Toyota Avalon vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 643 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avalon | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Avalon | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
