2007 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
