2007 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |
