2008 BMW 645 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 BMW 645.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 645 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 645 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |