2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 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 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1161 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |