2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 2000 Toyota Celica and 2012 BMW 525 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 525. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 525. (450 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 525. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Celica | 525 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 622 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
