2003 Toyota Ipsum vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Ipsum | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Ipsum | 116 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
