2007 BMW 335 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 335 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |