2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 1 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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 425 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vision | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2370 mm |
