1994 Xedos 6 vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 823 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Xedos 6 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Xedos | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
