2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1995 Ford Windstar
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Windstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Windstar would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Ford Windstar. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Windstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Windstar weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Windstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Windstar. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Windstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1995 Ford Windstar | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Windstar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1690 kg |
