2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2005 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Avanza | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Avanza | 316 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.3 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |