1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 144 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 525 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
