2009 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 880 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
