2000 BMW 323 vs. 2000 Toyota Caserta

To start off, both 2000 BMW 323 and 2000 Toyota Caserta were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Caserta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2000 Toyota Caserta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Caserta. (140 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Caserta. 2000 Toyota Caserta has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Caserta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 323 2000 Toyota Caserta
Make BMW Toyota
Model 323 Caserta
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2494 cc 1995 cc
Horse Power 170 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 140 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 936 kg
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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