1999 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 167 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Touareg |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2893 mm |