2006 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1800 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |