2000 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 2000 BMW 320 and 2000 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 BMW 320.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
