2009 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
