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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 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 700 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (388 Nm @ 3600 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 | 5204 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 141 L |
