2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 761 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
