2009 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
