2008 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 528 2007 Toyota Corolla
Make BMW Toyota
Model 528 Corolla
Year Released 2008 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3001 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 241 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.7 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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