2008 Toyota Tazz vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 642 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tazz, 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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tazz | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tazz | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
