2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 681 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 2006 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 2006 BMW 325. 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, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Aygo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |