2002 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Bora |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |