2010 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris

To start off, both 2010 BMW 335 and 2010 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 686 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW 335 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 2010 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris. 2010 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 BMW 335 2010 Toyota Yaris
Make BMW Toyota
Model 335 Yaris
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1049 kg
Vehicle Length 4526 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1816 mm 1689 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2761 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.5 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 42 L


 

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