2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1045 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.
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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 96 L |