2002 BMW 332 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 675 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 332 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4477 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 141 L |