1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Land Cruiser | A3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
