2008 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |