2002 Toyota Mark II vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Mark II | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Mark II | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
