2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 866 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Yaris 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Yaris Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 1996
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 944 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 75 L


 

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