1990 Audi V8 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 180 L |
