2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 946 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1354 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 141 L | 80 L |
