2007 BMW M5 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2007 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW M5 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |