2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (239 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |