2003 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 621 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 520 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 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |