2005 BMW 630 vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (162 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 BMW 630.

Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 630 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make BMW Toyota
Model 630 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 254 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2370 mm


 

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