2008 BMW 635 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 635. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 635 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 635 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 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 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 2008 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 635 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 635 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |