2008 Toyota Avalon vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2010 BMW 123 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 2010 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Avalon | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Avalon | 123 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3454 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 202 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |