2009 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 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 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5495 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
