2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (82 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Prius | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Prius | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
