2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 395 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 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | 4Runner | 135 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |