2010 Toyota Prius vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 8 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 195 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Prius | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Prius | X5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.6 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
