1990 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 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 7 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 720 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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 (382 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |
