2007 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Verossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa, 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Verossa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
