2006 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 695 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 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |