2002 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
Because 2002 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon, 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 M3 (355 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
