1993 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (168 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 386 kg more than 2005 BMW 630.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630. 2005 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 630 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
