2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 630 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 2005 BMW 630. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | 4Runner | 630 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
