1999 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Cirrus would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 473 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Cirrus | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Cirrus | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
