2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
Because 2008 BMW 120 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 2008 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 120 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 201 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |