2004 Ford GT vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser. (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 93 L |
