2005 Audi S8 vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,475 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
