2008 BMW 645 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 3 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), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 134 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 645 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 180 L |
