2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius. 2005 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
