1992 Audi V8 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Audi V8.
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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Audi V8 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | V8 | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |