2005 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 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 (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 194 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |