1999 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 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 595 kg more than 2000 Volvo S40.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S40. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S40. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Land Cruiser | S40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |