2006 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 1 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, 2006 BMW 740 (303 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 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 350 kg more than 2006 BMW 740.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 740. 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 (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 96 L |
