2004 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 120 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 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon, 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 120 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |