2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Aviator | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
