2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 451 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2006 BMW 325 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. 2006 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Avanza | 2006 BMW 325 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Avanza | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1094 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |