2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1043 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 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
