2006 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
