2001 Audi Steppenwolf 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 Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Steppenwolf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf.
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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Steppenwolf | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1946 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 180 L |
