Toyota Corolla 2013 vs BMW 3 series 2012
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 122 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 157 NM | 380 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Toyota Corolla engine produces 62 HP less power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 223 NM less than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Toyota Corolla reaches 100 km/h speed 3.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.3 | 4.4 | |
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The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Toyota Corolla consumes 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Toyota Corolla could require 285 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 57 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 870 km in combined cycle | 1290 km in combined cycle | |
| 1030 km on highway | 1460 km on highway | ||
| BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 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: | 280'000 km | 330'000 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: | 19 years | 18 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Toyota Auris | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1 | |
| 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. | |||
| 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 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 | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.62 m | 4.62 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Toyota Corolla and BMW 3 series are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 452 litres | 480 litres | |
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BMW 3 series has more luggage space. Toyota Corolla has 28 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.3 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`980 | |
| 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: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 7800 | 11 600 | |
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