1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 BMW 530 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 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Land Cruiser | 530 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3378 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |