1995 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 337 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
