2001 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 860 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Land Cruiser | A1 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2469 mm |