2005 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion, 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 BMW 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Allion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
