2012 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 BMW 520 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 2012 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 520 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |