2009 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 1 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 620 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 2009 BMW 750 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 2009 BMW 750. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |