2000 BMW 323 vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 323 | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 323 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |