2006 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |