1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 11 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 638 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
