2005 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Audi S6. 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi S6 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Audi Toyota
Model S6 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 335 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 543 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 2615 kg
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 93 L


 

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