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


 

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