2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 260 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2008 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 87 L |