2006 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |