2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (160 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |