2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 980 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |