2009 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
