2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 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 | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |