2009 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 96 L |
