2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
