2000 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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 890 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2520 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 |
