2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (187 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M6 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
