2002 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2002 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |