2006 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
