1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 BMW 323
To start off, 2010 BMW 323 is newer by 12 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 43 more horse power than 2010 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 323.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 323. 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 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 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
