1996 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 2,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 615 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |