1999 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 561 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
