2008 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
