2007 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 118 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 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2004 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2004 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 118 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |