1995 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 332 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Polo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
