2002 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
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, 2008 Toyota RunX, 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 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
