2000 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2000 BMW 330 and 2000 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |