Hi,
I need some advice. I'm still looking for a Prado around from 2003 - 2007, with a manual gearbox and turbo diesel. At the moment I've found two options:
1. 2003 GXL TD KZJ120R (5 speed manual, 188 000 kms)
2. 2007 GX TD KDJ120R (6 speed manual, 237 000 kms)
The newer one is a bit more expensive and only a GX, but it comes with what I've understood is the D4D engine and 6 speed transmission. With less than 100KW I'd say you need every gear you can get, but how superior is the newer engine with 6 speed over the old work horse?
I test drove the 2003 it and was surprised at how smooth and quick it actually was, but I've only ever test driven a Land Cruiser V8 TD before - and the big V8 felt like a boat compared.
I need some advice. I'm still looking for a Prado around from 2003 - 2007, with a manual gearbox and turbo diesel. At the moment I've found two options:
1. 2003 GXL TD KZJ120R (5 speed manual, 188 000 kms)
2. 2007 GX TD KDJ120R (6 speed manual, 237 000 kms)
The newer one is a bit more expensive and only a GX, but it comes with what I've understood is the D4D engine and 6 speed transmission. With less than 100KW I'd say you need every gear you can get, but how superior is the newer engine with 6 speed over the old work horse?
I test drove the 2003 it and was surprised at how smooth and quick it actually was, but I've only ever test driven a Land Cruiser V8 TD before - and the big V8 felt like a boat compared.