2012 BMW 328 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 40 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2011 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 328 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 328 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4536 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 87 L |
