2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
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 FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | FJ Cruiser | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |