2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Audi Avantissimo.
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 Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2001 Audi Avantissimo has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Avantissimo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
