2001 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 864 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |