2009 Holden Caprice vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Holden Caprice. (344 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Caprice.

Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Holden Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Caprice. (530 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Holden Caprice 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Holden Toyota
Model Caprice Land Cruiser
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 344 HP 381 HP
Torque 530 Nm 543 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors


 

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