1999 BMW M28i vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M28i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M28i would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 BMW M28i.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW M28i. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M28i | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
