2005 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 BMW X3 and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |