1994 BMW 730 vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
