2009 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 1994 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, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
