1999 Toyota Century vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Toyota Century.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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. 1999 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Century | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 176 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
