1994 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1284 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Probe | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |