2007 BMW 323 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 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 BMW 323 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 323. 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
