2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. 2001 BMW X Coupe has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Fortuner has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Fortuner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X Coupe | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |