2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 7 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (333 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (236 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 710 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (394 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 73 L |
