2006 BMW 760 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 2006 BMW 760 and 2006 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 760 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 2006 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 760 2006 Toyota 4Runner
Make BMW Toyota
Model 760 4Runner
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 4670 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 439 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 415 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2225 kg 1953 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 87 L


 

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