1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 642 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Touran |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
