2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 513 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (400 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | X1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |