2004 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Because 2004 BMW 318 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 2004 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica, 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, 2004 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
