2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 19 kg more than 1998 Vector M12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Vector M12 (576 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1998 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 1998 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Toyota | Vector |
| Model | Tacoma | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2750 mm |
