1997 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Statesman weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Statesman | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Statesman | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |