2009 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1720 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
