2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 3 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 78 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | 4Runner | 520 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |