2005 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
