2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
