1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |