2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, both 2007 Toyota 4Runner and 2007 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | 4Runner | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |