2008 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 BMW 328.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 328 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |