2007 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 815 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
