1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 17 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 909 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
