2000 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 21 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.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 180 L |