2009 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Auris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Auris 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 175 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Auris. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Toyota Auris. 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 2007 Toyota Auris. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Auris. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Auris. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Auris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Auris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Auris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
