2008 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 325 and 2009 Toyota Hilux are equipped with a 2,493 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |