2004 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2004 BMW 545 and 2004 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 2004 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
