2009 Lada 21 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1425 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 96 L |
