2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Corolla and 2006 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Corolla | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |