2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 796 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Celica. 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 (410 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
