2009 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2009 BMW 550 and 2009 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 550 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |