2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |