2009 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 799 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. 2013 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
