2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser would be higher. At 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | 123 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
