2009 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 173 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
