2001 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 825 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |