2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris

To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 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 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 120 2007 Toyota Yaris
Make BMW Toyota
Model 120 Yaris
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 195 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 13.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 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 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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