2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Hilux. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Hilux | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 439 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
