2009 BMW 535 vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (376 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. 2006 Toyota Fortuner has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Fortuner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 535 | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
