2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 94 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 425 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Corolla | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | X1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |