2002 Toyota FXS vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FXS. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 710 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota FXS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS. 2002 Toyota FXS has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota FXS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota FXS | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | FXS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4290 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
