2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1465 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 2012 Fiat 500. 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 (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 35 L |
