2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 590 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Jetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |