2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Caldina. 2004 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Convertible has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Convertible will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Convertible | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
