2006 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
