2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 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 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
