2009 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 16 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |