2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (365 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
