2001 BMW Compact vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Compact | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
