2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2010 BMW 330 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 2010 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
