1999 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Crown |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |