2009 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 BMW 740.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 740 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 740 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 96 L |