2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 740 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 2011 BMW 740. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Avensis | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Avensis | 740 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |