1999 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
