1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 923 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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 2004 Ford Mustang. 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 (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |
