2007 Toyota Prius vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Because 2012 BMW 525 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 2012 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Prius | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Prius | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |