2007 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Toyota Will
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Will would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Will. 2004 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2004 Toyota Will | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Will |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
