1999 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 586 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
