2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Toyota Mark II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2005 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mark II. 2005 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
