Toyota Corolla 2007 vs BMW 3 series 2005
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 124 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 157 NM | 200 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10 seconds | 9 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Toyota Corolla engine produces 26 HP less power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 43 NM less than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Toyota Corolla reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 7.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.9 l/100km | 8.4 l/100km | |
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The Toyota Corolla is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Toyota Corolla consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that by driving the Toyota Corolla over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Toyota Corolla consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 790 km in combined cycle | 810 km in combined cycle | |
| 940 km on highway | 1070 km on highway | ||
| 690 km with real consumption | 710 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 280'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW 3 series engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 19 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Toyota Auris | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1, BMW Z4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Toyota Corolla 2007 1.6 engine: This engine is considered one of the most reliable in its class and, with proper maintenance, does not cause major issues for owners. However, its performance is rather modest.
The timing chain has a ... More about Toyota Corolla 2007 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.54 m | 4.52 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.42 m | |
| Toyota Corolla is 2 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Corolla is 5 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | 460 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Toyota Corolla has 10 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series. This could mean that the Toyota Corolla uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Toyota Corolla is 1 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Toyota Corolla can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`785 | 1`880 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | high | average | |
| Toyota Corolla has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 45 percent more cases than Toyota Corolla, so Toyota Corolla quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 3400 | 4200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 9.1/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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