1999 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1999 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 325 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
