2008 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 2 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
