2004 Ariel Atom vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1985 kg more than 2004 Ariel Atom. 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 2004 Ariel Atom. 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 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2004 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2004 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ariel Atom 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ariel Toyota
Model Atom Land Cruiser
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 460 kg 2445 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2860 mm