2005 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2011 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Aygo, 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 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Aygo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |