2006 BMW 630 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 630 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
