2007 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Caldina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |