2007 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 74 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Yaris (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
