2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 8 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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 81 kg more than 2013 BMW X3.
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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2013 BMW X3 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. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1865 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 180 L | 67 L |
