1997 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 15 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 577 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | GTI |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
