2003 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 40 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 380 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 | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |