2007 BMW M vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius, 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M | Prius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |