2007 BMW 730 vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 730 | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 730 | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 71 L |