1991 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
