2002 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |
