2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota Yaris | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Yaris | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 15310 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 85 L |