1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 865 kg more than 1997 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Scudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
