1994 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 609 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. 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 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 BMW M5 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |