2001 Audi A8 vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 570 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |