2006 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (280 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4164 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
