2008 Toyota Prius vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius, 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Prius | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Prius | 116 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.2 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
