1999 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
