2005 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Because 2005 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
