1999 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 11 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 710 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. 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 (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Land Cruiser | BLS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 58 L |
