2009 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 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 272 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 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 2002 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
