2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |
