2000 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 912 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |