2009 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota Land 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 845 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 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 |