2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 735 kg more than 1999 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Acura TL | |
Make | Toyota | Acura |
Model | Land Cruiser | TL |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |