2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 545 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 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Yaris | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |