2002 Infiniti I vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 800 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2002 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2002 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | I | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
