2009 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5661 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |