1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Land Rover Range Rover 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Make Land Rover Toyota
Model Range Rover Tacoma
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3946 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 187 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 383 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3250 mm


 

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