1994 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 740 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A8 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |