1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2000 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira. 2000 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
