2003 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 516 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2010 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. 2010 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |