2005 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2005 BMW 116 and 2005 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 116 2005 Toyota Avensis
Make BMW Toyota
Model 116 Avensis
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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