1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,982 cc, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 66 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (280 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
