2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 954 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (431 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Toyota Land Rover
Model Land Cruiser Range Rover
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3389 cc 5000 cc
Horse Power 194 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 508 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 2584 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2891 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 104 L


 

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