2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Caldina | 2006 BMW 335 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Caldina | 335 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |