2006 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 BMW 730.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730. 2006 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Fortuner has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Fortuner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
