2002 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 490 kg more than 2010 BMW X3.
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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 BMW X3 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Land Cruiser | X3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4569 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 67 L |