2000 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mark II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 62 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II 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, 2005 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 2005 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
