2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Sierra | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |