2008 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2982 cc |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |