2007 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 658 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.

Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.

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2007 Audi A6 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2007 1989
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 3980 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 322 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 2140 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2740 mm