2004 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 521 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |