2009 BMW 118 vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 118 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
