2001 Toyota RunX vs. 2011 BMW 750

To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1125 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 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota RunX 2011 BMW 750
Make Toyota BMW
Model RunX 750
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 104 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1750 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 2205 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 5215 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3211 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 82 L


 

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