2008 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2008 BMW M6 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 2008 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |