2003 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Brevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Brevis would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Brevis (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2001 Toyota Brevis has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Brevis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
