2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Holden Nova
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Nova would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1999 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Nova. 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 (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Holden Nova | |
Make | Toyota | Holden |
Model | Land Cruiser | Nova |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2335 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |