1996 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 243 kg more than 1996 Audi A8.
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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 72 L |