2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
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 @ 1400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Hilux | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
