2009 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |