'06 Toyota Tacoma

Standing out among its peers, the 2006 Toyota Tacoma is an efficient compact truck. It has 18 different versions available which will suit the demands of a variety of drivers.

It is available in three different trims: Regular cab, Access cab and Double cab. All models are available in either two wheel or four wheel drive. The Pre-runner version of Tacoma gives the impression of four wheel drive despite being a two-wheel because of its sturdy suspension.

Regular cabs are available with four or six cylinder engines. The Crew cab uses a V6 engine. A 2.7 liter 4-cyl with 159 hp is a standard. The 4.0 liter V6 with 236 hp is also available. The 2006 Toyota Tacoma has Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Anti-lock brakes with stability control as a standard feature.

On all the four wheel drive models, hill-start assist control and Descent control is a standard. It also has optional head and side curtain airbags.

'07 Toyota Tacoma

The compact pickup from Toyota has got some interior alterations in its new 2007 Toyota Tacoma models. It is available in three trim levels: Regular cab, Access cab and Double cab.

The first one is a regular style cab with cargo bed. The 2007 Tacoma Access cab has rear-hinged rear doors. The Double cab is available with traditional four doors. Barring the Regular, the other two have front bucket seats and a bench seat for three in the rear.

The 2007 Toyota Tacoma’s Regular and Access trim packages offer six feet long cargo beds, whereas, the Double cab has an option of having five feet cargo bed. The two engines offered this year are 159 hp 4-cyl or a V6.

The former gives the option of four speed automatic or a five speed manual. It has anti skid feature with a limited rear differential. It has front and side airbags as an option.

'05 Toyota Tacoma

With an increase in features and power, the 2005 Toyota Tacoma is a good option for a compact pick-up. Three trim levels are available for the Tacoma: Regular, extended cab and crew cab. All these trims mainly vary in their seating capacity and cargo bed length. In addition to these trim levels, there are Pre-runner and X-runner version also.

The 2005 Toyota Tacoma Pre-runner version gives the look and feel of a four wheel drive. There’s also an off-road version available for those who like the thrill of adventure driving. The 2005 Tacoma comes with either a 2.7 liter 4-cyl engine and 4 liter V6 engine. The former gives the option of either five speed manual or a four speed automatic.

The latter is available with a six speed manual or a five speed automatic. Its advantage is a roomy interior which can accommodate a lot of cargo under the seat and in the bed. It can comfortably seat a family of five.