2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |