2008 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2008 BMW 335. 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 335 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |