2011 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 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 81 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 356 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota 4Runner | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | 4Runner | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1996 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
