2002 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 318 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 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |