2009 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2009 BMW 730 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 730 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |