2004 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |