2011 BMW X6 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X6 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 742 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X6 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 779 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
