2000 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 749 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Land Cruiser | IS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |
