2008 BMW 118 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 1 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 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 94 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 391 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 2008 BMW 118. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 118 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
