2008 Toyota Aygo vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Aygo and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Aygo | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Aygo | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
