2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 904 kg more than 2012 Renault Sandero. 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 2012 Renault Sandero. 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 (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
