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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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 4172 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 21.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1614 kg
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2610 mm