2006 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (308 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |