2009 Toyota Hilux vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 299 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Hilux | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Hilux | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
