1996 Fiat Scudo vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 646 kg more than 1996 Fiat Scudo. 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 1996 Fiat Scudo. 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 (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Scudo 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Scudo Land Cruiser
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 78 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1681 kg


 

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