2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 20 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 125 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 125. 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 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 125 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| 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 | 83 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
