2009 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
