BMW 3 series 2012 vs Toyota Corolla 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 122 HP | |
| Torque: | 380 NM | 157 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 62 HP more power than Toyota Corolla, whereas torque is 223 NM more than Toyota Corolla. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 3.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.4 | 6.3 | |
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The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series consumes 1.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Corolla, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 285 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 57 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1290 km in combined cycle | 870 km in combined cycle | |
| 1460 km on highway | 1030 km on highway | ||
| BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 3 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from eleven 4x4 versions of BMW 3 series 2012 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 280'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW 3 series engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 18 years | 19 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1 | Used also on Toyota Auris | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 3 series might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 3 sērija 2012 2.0 engine: Because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100,000 km, the BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine. Replacing the timing chain also requires removing the engine from ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2012 2.0 engine Toyota Corolla 2013 1.6 engine: This engine is considered one of the most reliable in its class and, with proper maintenance, does not cause major issues for owners. However, its performance is rather modest. The timing chain has a ... More about Toyota Corolla 2013 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.62 m | 4.62 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series and Toyota Corolla are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 452 litres | |
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BMW 3 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 3 series has 28 litres more trunk space than the Toyota Corolla. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`980 | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| BMW 3 series scores higher in safety tests. The BMW 3 series scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 11 600 | 7800 | |
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