1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 815 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. 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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Land Cruiser | Monaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |