2007 BMW 130 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
