2001 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 343 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 2007 Toyota Hilux
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Hilux
Year Released 2001 2007
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2981 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 161 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1776 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 3090 mm


 

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