2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 7 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), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 708 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 640 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
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 | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 630 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |