1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | X1 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |