2006 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
