2008 BMW 328 vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
