2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 295 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2015 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |