2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. 2012 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 335 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
