2008 BMW 328 vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 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 163 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2011 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Aygo. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 328 2011 Toyota Aygo
Make BMW Toyota
Model 328 Aygo
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.6 L/100km 4.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 35 L


 

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