2008 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
