2002 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Celica. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Celica | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Celica | X1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |