2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
