2001 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2001 BMW X5 (290 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (285 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3190 mm |
