2003 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 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 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 2003 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 520 2007 Toyota Hilux
Make BMW Toyota
Model 520 Hilux
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 167 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 217 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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