2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Corolla | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |