2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 581 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2006 BMW X5 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. 2006 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1614 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 180 L |