2012 BMW X1 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 X1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X1 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X1 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
