2007 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2008 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. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
