2005 BMW 535 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 3 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 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 389 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 2005 BMW 535 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 2005 BMW 535. 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, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 535 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
