2007 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
