2009 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. 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 2006 Toyota Prius. 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 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |