2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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 74 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. 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 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3121 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 21.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1614 kg
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 180 L


 

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