2006 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2006 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2006 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Grandeur | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Grandeur | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
