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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 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 | 2497 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |