2008 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 340 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 141 L |
