2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 830 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
