2007 BMW M vs. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M would be higher. At 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (239 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser.

Because 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Make BMW Toyota
Model M FJ Cruiser
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 3965 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 239 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 377 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 72 L


 

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