2003 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2669 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 21.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1614 kg
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 180 L


 

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