2009 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Toyota Will

To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Will would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will, 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 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 320 2001 Toyota Will
Make BMW Toyota
Model 320 Will
Year Released 2009 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1305 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.6 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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