2006 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (428 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 915 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
