2002 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,475 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
