2007 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
