Diesel (Toyota Hilux) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Toyota Tacoma) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences."
Because of the higher ground clearance, Toyota Hilux can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
350'000 km
420'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Toyota Tacoma engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
11 years
11 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus RX, Lexus IS, Lexus GS
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Toyota Tacoma might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
5.33 m
5.39 m
Width:
1.86 m
1.89 m
Height:
1.82 m
1.79 m
Both cars are similar in size. Toyota Hilux is 6 cm shorter than the Toyota Tacoma, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Hilux is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
no data
no data
Turning diameter:
13.4 meters
no data
Gross weight:
3`210 kg
2`540 kg
Net weight:
2`095 kg
2`032 kg
Load capacity:
1`115 kg
508 kg
Toyota Hilux load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 54 procentiem more than Toyota Tacoma. Therefore, Toyota Hilux is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
