2004 Toyota Celica vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Celica | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Celica | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
