2000 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (160 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 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 220 kg more than 2000 BMW 525.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 525. 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |