2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 604 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad. 2005 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Allroad | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
