2004 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 299 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. 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, 2004 BMW 118 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 118 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 118 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |