2001 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Volvo V40
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V40 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 128 more horse power than 1999 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1999 Volvo V40. 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 1999 Volvo V40. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V40. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo V40 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo V40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Land Cruiser | V40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |