2009 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux 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, 2011 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |