2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
