2009 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |