2005 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (158 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum, 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
