2007 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 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, 2007 BMW 118 (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 118 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
