2001 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo, 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 M3 (330 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
