2011 Toyota Prius vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius, 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Prius | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Prius | 116 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.9 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |