2009 BMW 335 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 7 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Corolla (270 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
