2004 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 415 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |