1997 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 940 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Splash. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Splash |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
