2003 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
