2009 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Brevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Brevis would be higher. At 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Brevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2001 Toyota Brevis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Brevis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5495 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
