2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 761 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi RS4 | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | RS4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 360 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 360 mm | 2860 mm |