2002 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1898 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
