2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 846 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.

Let's talk about torque, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Buick LaCrosse 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Buick Toyota
Model LaCrosse Land Cruiser
Year Released 2000 1993
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4200 cc 4477 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 261 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 392 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 2400 kg
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2860 mm