2003 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 BMW 318.
Because 2003 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 2003 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V, 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, 2003 BMW 318 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
