2007 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 2 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 995 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |