2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
