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 110 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (122 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 626 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.

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 1598 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1684 kg 2310 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 96 L


 

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