2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1997 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. 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 1997 Volkswagen Gol. 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 (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1997 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Land Cruiser | Gol |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4477 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |