2009 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 180 L | 42 L |
