1994 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4475 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
