1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano 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 728 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Murano. 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 (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
