2001 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 219 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3246 mm |
