2009 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |
