2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 8 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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 470 kg more than 2012 BMW 550.
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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Land Cruiser | 550 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |