2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 46 L |
