2005 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 501 kg more than 2005 BMW X3. 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 96 L |