1994 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 282 kg more than 1994 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
