2009 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.

Because 2009 BMW 525 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 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 525 2006 Toyota Corolla
Make BMW Toyota
Model 525 Corolla
Year Released 2009 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2231 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 15.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 240 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 8.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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