2006 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3270 mm |