2007 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 9 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, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 772 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4164 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
