2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 996 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |