2009 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (208 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (162 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 465 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |