2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |
