2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 719 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1614 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 180 L |