2003 BMW 645 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 645 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |