2003 BMW 520 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
