2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 BMW 128.
Because 2011 BMW 128 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 2011 BMW 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2011 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2011 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Avensis | 128 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
