2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
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 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 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 1144 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen W12. 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) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | W12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |
