2009 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 4 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
