1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 13 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 505 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.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3001 mm |