1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2005 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2005 Audi S4 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Land Cruiser | S4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |