1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Yaris | 525 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
