2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (160 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 490 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Land Cruiser | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |