2009 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2011 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
