2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 652 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 944 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 337 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
