2008 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2008 BMW 316 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 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
