2006 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Quantum has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
