2008 Audi S5 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Audi S5.
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, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S5 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |