2005 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Brevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Brevis would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Brevis (280 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Brevis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
