2005 Toyota Celsior vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celsior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celsior would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320. 2005 Toyota Celsior has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Celsior will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Celsior | 2011 BMW 320 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Celsior | 320 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |