2003 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 318 | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1374 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |