2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Tacoma | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
