1999 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW X5 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |