2005 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 BMW 745.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 745 2010 Toyota 4Runner
Make BMW Toyota
Model 745 4Runner
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 2053 kg
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 91 L


 

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