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    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel vs Toyota Crown

    Trying to decide between the Toyota Fortuner, Diesel and Toyota Crown? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel
    KES Ksh 13,500/dayView Details

    Toyota Crown

    Toyota Crown
    KES Ksh 8,500/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Seating Capacity

    Both vehicles have 5 seats

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Manufacturer

    Both vehicles are made by Toyota

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel

    KES Ksh 13,500

    Toyota Crown

    KES Ksh 8,500

    Difference: 5000

    Fuel Type

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel

    Diesel

    Toyota Crown

    Petrol

    Engine

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel

    2.8 L diesel I4

    Toyota Crown

    2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4

    Horsepower

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel

    174 hp

    Toyota Crown

    226 hp

    Difference: 52

    Torque

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel

    420 Nm

    Toyota Crown

    222 Nm

    Difference: 198

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel

    11 km/L

    Toyota Crown

    17.2 km/L

    Difference: 6.2

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel

    14.2 km/L

    Toyota Crown

    21.3 km/L

    Difference: 7.1

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel

    5 days

    Toyota Crown

    3 days

    Difference: 2

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Toyota Fortuner, Diesel and Toyota Crown, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    The Toyota Fortuner, Diesel features a 2.8 L diesel I4 producing 174 hp and 420 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Toyota Crown comes with a 2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4 delivering 226 hp and 222 Nm of torque. The Toyota Crown offers 52 more horsepower than the Toyota Fortuner, Diesel.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Fortuner, Diesel achieves 11 km/L, while the Toyota Crown manages 17.2 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 14.2 km/L from the Toyota Fortuner, Diesel and 21.3 km/L from the Toyota Crown. Overall, the Toyota Crown is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

    Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.

    Interior Space

    The Toyota Fortuner, Diesel offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Toyota Crown accommodates 5 passengers. Both vehicles offer the same passenger capacity.

    Additional Features

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel

    • Automatic transmission
    • Diesel engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 5 days

    Toyota Crown

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 3 days

    Value for Money

    When considering value, it's important to look beyond just the daily rate and evaluate what you get for the price.

    Pricing Comparison

    Toyota Fortuner, Diesel

    KES Ksh 13,500/day

    3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    For 3+ days: KES Ksh 13,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 12,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 11,000/day

    Toyota Crown

    KES Ksh 8,500/day

    3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 1,500/day

    For 3+ days: KES Ksh 8,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 7,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 7,000/day

    While the Toyota Fortuner, Diesel is KES Ksh 5,000/day more expensive than the Toyota Crown, it .

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota Fortuner, DieselToyota Crown
    Daily RateKES Ksh 13,500KES Ksh 8,500
    CategorySUV, 4x4Sedan, Luxury
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypeDieselPetrol
    Seats55
    Engine2.8 L diesel I42.5 L petrol-hybrid I4
    Horsepower174 hp226 hp
    Torque420 Nm222 Nm
    City Fuel Economy11 km/L17.2 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy14.2 km/L21.3 km/L
    SunroofNoNo
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableAvailable
    Minimum Rental5 days3 days
    3-Day DiscountKES Ksh 0/dayKES Ksh 0/day
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 1,000/dayKES Ksh 1,000/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 2,500/dayKES Ksh 1,500/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Toyota Fortuner, Diesel and Toyota Crown offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Toyota Fortuner, Diesel if you:

      Choose the Toyota Crown if you:

      • Want a more budget-friendly option
      • Prefer more power and performance
      • Prioritize better fuel economy
      • Require shorter rental periods

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