1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 454 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |