2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina D3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina D3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alpina D3 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 2007 Alpina D3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | D3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
