2007 BMW 545 vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW 545.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 545 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |