2007 BMW 120 vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 120 | FXS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
