2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Hilux | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Hilux | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |