1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 17 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 133 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2013 Infiniti FX 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. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
Model | Land Cruiser | FX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2885 mm |