2009 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (491 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 650 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |