2008 Toyota Matrix 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 Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Matrix, 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Matrix | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Matrix | 123 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
