2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 705 kg more than 2004 BMW 645.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 BMW 645 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2004 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 645 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
