2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Hilux | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
