2001 BMW M vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2001 BMW M and 2001 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 BMW M.

Because 2001 BMW M 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 2001 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW M 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make BMW Toyota
Model M Avensis
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3300 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 325 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.3 seconds 12.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 12 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 60 L


 

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