2001 BMW Z9 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 Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Z9 (597 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (376 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z9 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 180 L |
