2004 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |