1988 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |