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."
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
22 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Toyota Land Cruiser, Toyota Hilux
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.
Toyota Tacoma 2015 2.7 engine: A robust and reliable engine.
Automatic transmission versions may experience increased vibration at idle.
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
79 litres
Turning diameter:
no data
no data
Gross weight:
3`050 kg
2`540 kg
Net weight:
1`935 kg
1`857 kg
Load capacity:
1`115 kg
683 kg
Toyota Hilux load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 39 procentiem more than Toyota Tacoma. Therefore, Toyota Hilux is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
