2009 BMW 528 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2009 BMW 528 and 2009 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 528 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 528 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |