2012 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 335 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 335 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 335 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |