2006 Toyota Aygo vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Aygo and 2006 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Aygo | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Aygo | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
