2002 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 180 L |