2009 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
