1998 Kia Elan vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Elan would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Kia Elan. (151 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Elan.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Elan. (186 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Elan | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3190 mm |
