2005 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (168 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2005 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW X5 | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |