2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 120 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Corolla | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Corolla | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |