2000 Toyota Soarer vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. 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 2000 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Soarer | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Soarer | X1 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |