2002 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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, 2005 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, 2002 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Echo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |