2009 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
