2009 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 5 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
