2006 Toyota Matrix vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Matrix | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Matrix | 123 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
