2006 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 1 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 323. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 323 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2688 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
