2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 155 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 (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | 4Runner | 123 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 51 L |