2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TSO | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | TSO | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 475 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |