1996 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi S6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi S6 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:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |
