2009 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
