2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 123 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 123 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
