2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 141 L | 37 L |
