2008 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2008 BMW M5 and 2008 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |