2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 320 and 2007 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
