2008 BMW 545 vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 425 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 545 | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |