2011 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota 4Runner | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | 4Runner | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1885 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2370 mm |