2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi S3 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 865 kg more than 2001 Audi S3. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi S3. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2001 Audi S3 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Land Cruiser | S3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 42 L |