2009 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
