2000 Honda FCX vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1741 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda FCX. (273 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda FCX.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda FCX 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Honda Toyota
Model FCX Land Cruiser
Year Released 2000 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 5661 cc
Engine Type electric V
Horse Power 122 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 273 Nm 544 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 2581 kg
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2860 mm


 

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