2008 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW M3 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |