1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, both 1999 GMC Suburban and 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 GMC Suburban.

Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1999 GMC Suburban 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make GMC Toyota
Model Suburban Land Cruiser
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7400 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 232 HP
Torque 455 Nm 434 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 2310 kg
Vehicle Length 5590 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 3350 mm 2860 mm


 

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