2003 Audi LeMans 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 LeMans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi LeMans would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2003 Audi LeMans.
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 LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi LeMans has manual transmission. 2003 Audi LeMans will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | LeMans | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
