2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ 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 Tundra (427 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
