2003 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 79 L |