2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 401 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Land Cruiser | A3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
