1998 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
