2009 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 1 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 120 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 96 L |
