1997 Daewoo Brougham vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daewoo Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daewoo Brougham would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1997 Daewoo Brougham. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Daewoo Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daewoo Brougham weights approximately 226 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Daewoo Brougham has manual transmission. 1997 Daewoo Brougham will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Brougham | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Brougham | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
