2005 Audi TT 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 TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT 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 233 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2005 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |
