2000 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,980 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1997 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
