2000 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
