1999 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 615 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | Highlander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |