2008 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. 2008 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Fortuner has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Fortuner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
