2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 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 2,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 500. 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 (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 35 L |
