1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 330 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 300. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |
