2008 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 87 L |
