1999 Pontiac Rageous vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Rageous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Rageous would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (236 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Rageous.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Rageous | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Rageous | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
