1992 BMW 332 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 524 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 332 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
