2008 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 318 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 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
