2008 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 328 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |