1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | X6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2933 mm |
