2012 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 344 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Tacoma | 118 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 51 L |