2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (387 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2002 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 2002 Toyota Tundra
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Tundra
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4477 cc 4698 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 221 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 427 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 923 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3190 mm 3270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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