2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 7 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 545 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Land Cruiser | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2335 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 67 L |