2006 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 72 L |