2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 87 L |