1995 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
