2001 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. 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 (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Land Cruiser | V |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |