2001 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, both 2001 BMW 730 and 2001 Toyota RunX were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 730 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 730 | RunX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |