1949 Citroen 11 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1949 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1949 Citroen 11 has manual transmission. 1949 Citroen 11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 11 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 11 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2860 mm |
