2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 602 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Convertible | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
