2008 BMW 335 vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2003 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
