2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
