2005 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser

To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 BMW X5.

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 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
Make BMW Toyota
Model X5 Mega Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 2850 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2180 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 108 L


 

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