2007 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa, 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 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 120 | Verossa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
