2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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 365 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1784 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |