2008 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 141 L |
