2001 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 475 kg more than 2001 BMW 318.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Quantum |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |