2009 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
