2007 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2008 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 328 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |