2009 BMW 116 vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 1 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 581 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 116. 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, 2009 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 116 | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
