2003 Toyota Mark II vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 607 kg more than 2003 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Mark II | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Mark II | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |