2009 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
