2010 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 176 kg more than 2010 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2011 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 BMW X3 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4569 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1676 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 87 L |