2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (328 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Audi A8.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (441 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | A8 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
