2006 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 686 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 96 L |