1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 13 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Caldina | 125 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |