2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 775 kg more than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
