2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 4 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 455 kg more than 2012 BMW X3.
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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Land Cruiser | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4477 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 141 L | 67 L |