2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 528 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
