2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2002 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Yaris | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 93 L |
