2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | 4Runner | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 51 L |
