2004 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2004 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW X5 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 18 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |