2005 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner, 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 740 2007 Toyota 4Runner
Make BMW Toyota
Model 740 4Runner
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 415 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1935 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.2 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.3 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 87 L


 

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