2007 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 925 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 118 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 91 L |
