2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avensis | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Avensis | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
