2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 636 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Land Cruiser | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
