2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 214 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 117 L |
