2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 980 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
