2003 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Audi A8.
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 (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |