2003 Toyota Mark II vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 825 kg more than 2003 Toyota Mark II. 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Mark II | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Mark II | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |