1997 Toyota Supra vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Toyota Supra.

Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Toyota Supra 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Supra Land Cruiser
Year Released 1997 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 87 L


 

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