2006 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 335 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
