2006 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1500 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 42 L |
