2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 104 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | 4Runner | 328 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |
