2001 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (434 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 96 L |