1994 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2011 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Land Cruiser | 325 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2770 mm |