2005 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 8 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. Both 2005 BMW 740 and 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser are equipped with a 4,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
