2000 Honda FCX vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda FCX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda FCX. (273 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda FCX. 2000 Honda FCX has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda FCX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda FCX 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Honda Toyota
Model FCX Land Cruiser
Year Released 2000 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 2981 cc
Engine Type electric in-line
Horse Power 122 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 273 Nm 343 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1900 kg
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2370 mm


 

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