2006 Toyota Prius vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Prius | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Prius | X1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |