2008 Toyota Stallion vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Stallion 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Toyota Stallion.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Stallion. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Stallion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Stallion | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Stallion | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2688 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
