2008 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 456 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
