2006 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 843 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 87 L |