2003 BMW X Activity vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X Activity | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
