2012 BMW X1 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 135 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 2012 BMW X1 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, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X1 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
