1999 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 192 kg more than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Land Cruiser | Expedition |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 106 L |