1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 905 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 525 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
