2009 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |