1992 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 289 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 540 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |