2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630. 2008 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 630 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 2994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 1565 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 141 L | 70 L |
