2007 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 2011 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |