Petrol engines (Toyota Tacoma) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Toyota Hilux) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: 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:
420'000 km
350'000 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:
Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus RX, Lexus IS, Lexus GS
Used only for this car
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:
5.39 m
5.33 m
Width:
1.89 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.79 m
1.82 m
Both cars are similar in size. Toyota Tacoma is 6 cm longer than the Toyota Hilux, 4 cm wider, while the height of Toyota Tacoma is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
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Turning diameter:
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13.4 meters
Gross weight:
2`540 kg
3`210 kg
Net weight:
2`032 kg
2`095 kg
Load capacity:
508 kg
1`115 kg
Toyota Tacoma load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is more than two times less than Toyota Hilux. Therefore, Toyota Hilux is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
