1990 BMW 518 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 479 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 518 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
