2013 BMW 3 Series vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2013 BMW 3 Series and 2013 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 555 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 2013 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2013 BMW 3 Series | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3 Series | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1961 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1395 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
