2000 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |