2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
