2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost. 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
Make | Toyota | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Land Cruiser | Ghost |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3465 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |