2005 BMW 630 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX

To start off, both 2005 BMW 630 and 2005 Toyota RunX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 624 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 630 2005 Toyota RunX
Make BMW Toyota
Model 630 RunX
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1764 kg 1140 kg
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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