2005 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 491 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2005 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |
