2007 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius. 2002 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
