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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 19 kg more than 2001 BMW 320.
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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2001 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 180 L |
