2006 Toyota RunX vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Toyota RunX | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | RunX | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |