1997 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 772 kg more than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3378 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3099 mm |