2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 625 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 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2013 BMW X3 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. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
