1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2002 Toyota Tundra 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. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3270 mm |
