2008 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1455 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
