2004 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 2010 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |