2001 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celsior is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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, 2005 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318. 2005 Toyota Celsior has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Celsior will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Celsior |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |