2007 Toyota Prius vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius 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 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Prius | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Prius | X1 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |