2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 395 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 890 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.

Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Porsche Carrera GT 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Porsche Toyota
Model Carrera GT Land Cruiser
Year Released 2000 1992
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5500 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 549 HP 154 HP
Torque 600 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 95 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 2140 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2860 mm


 

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