2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 720 kg more than 1996 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Land Cruiser | RL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |
