Landcruiser versus Hilux

I would go for the Landcruiser just because of the comfort factor alone. Try to spend a day driving a Cruiser and a day driving a Hilux and you will see a HUGE difference...

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Having owned both, and given you intend to put a bit of weight on board I'd go the cruiser. It's also a lot more robust in terms of durability. Terrific TD engine as well so no looking for extra power c/w the hilux. 180litres of fuel in the cruiser as well.

That is the very thing I have thought about.I need to replace my 1984 hilux and I only need a hilux for its current farm type duties,but what if I wanted to put a camper on the back would the cruiser be any better.
On paper there does not seem to be a great deal of difference.
The hilux would win hands down for comfort and economy and normal duties.
In a full time heavily laden off the beaten track situation the cruiser should have the edge shouldn't it ??

The new softy hilux may be an issue for heavy duty use .

I had a quote of $33500 on road for the hilux with steeltray and air,I did not price the cruiser.
I have a lc100 v8 now if they made the trayback as comfortable as that ....is that asking tooo much.

Owned both currently have the TD Hilux great ute heaps of power but lack suspension strenth etc, ifs suspension not so good off road. Landcruiser on the other hand tough as nuts durable and plenty of spare parts all around Australia. I would go the cruiser with teh coil up front, turbo motor and plenty or toque great 4wd. If you choose the lux buy the SR Turbo and spend about 5g's at ARB and you will get a good ute, however it will never be a cruiser, something i find hard to live with.

cheers

I am a landcruiser fan but thats my opinion only.

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The cruiser can tow a greater load.

I'm biased.......but...
LandCruiser 79series has 180 litre fuel and you can slot in another 90litres aftermarket.
Fuel consumption of both is very good, but slightly favours Hilux.
Suspension goes to LandCruiser.
Ride: Long wheelbase of the 79series makes the ride very good - mine with ARB suspension and Recaro seats is better than the Prados I had before .
Engine: LandCruiser factory turbodiesel is nice.
Price: Hilux is cheaper
Payload will be the bottom line if you add a Trayon. The LandCruiser easily takes the weight, and you can upgrade the GVM if necessary. Hilux would struggle. LandCruiser chassis is stronger.

If you can afford it, go the TD LandCruiser.

Having owned an 85 troopy and a 91 hilux, I would suggest going with the landcruiser. I can;t comment on the comfort factor but the landcruiser has LOTS more fuel carrying capacity, can tow more and handles heavy loads much easier than the hilux.

They will both go anywhere and last forever if you look after them. Have fun choosing...

It's a wonder someone hasn't suggested either the GQ or GU yet!!!
NickR

I just wished that toyota would make a dual cab 79 series.
They would sell like hotcakes
Troy

Just been through the exercise,,, ended up with LC79 turbo ute in Dec05,, best decision for us GVM and GCM wiseas we want to tow heavy and also ute only for dert trecks.

If towing (heavy) or going off road seriously go to Toyota dealer and look at strength of chassis, springs etc, you will be amazed when you compare the 2. Not being negative about Hilux but compare the 2 for yourself it's your $.

Only issue I have is road noise and that is the damn Dunlops. Agree with Greg's and Troy's comments.

Power is amazing and smooth and it's easy for Wendy to drive, she loves it also and seats (2 in RV) are good but may end up after market, we'll see.

Cheers Barry

Thank's to everyone for the good advice. It looks like the 'cruiser wins hands down.