2003 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2003 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A4 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 273 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 22.4:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 2300 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 141 L


 

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