2001 BMW M vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. 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 235 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 301 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
