1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 14 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 Audi A8.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Land Cruiser | A8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |