1996 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6.
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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (286 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 233 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
