1999 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 740 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.
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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Land Cruiser | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1570 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 | 96 L | 60 L |
