2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Toyota RunX were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX. 2001 Toyota RunX has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | RunX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |