2005 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 152 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (280 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
