2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tacoma | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
