2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
