1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2006 BMW 630 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Caldina | 630 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |